I believe in giving credit where it's due. After posting my previous review, it was clear that the team at Jazz Alley took the feedback seriously. Since then, every visit has been fantastic. The staff has been noticeably more attentive, welcoming, and genuinely focused on creating a great guest experience. I've been coming to Jazz Alley since 2005, and over the past 20 years it has been the place where I've celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, business dinners, and evenings out with family and friends. Some of my favorite memories in Seattle have been made here--introducing guests from out of town to world-class jazz, sharing dinner with my son, and enjoying unforgettable performances with my partner and close friends. What stands out now is that the service once again matches the caliber of the musicians on stage. Servers are attentive without being intrusive, food arrives on time, and the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming again. No restaurant or venue gets it right 100% of the time, but what matters is listening to customers and making improvements. Jazz Alley appears to have done exactly that, and I truly appreciate it. It's great to have one of Seattle's iconic venues back to providing the complete experience--exceptional music paired with exceptional hospitality. I'll continue bringing family, friends, clients, and visitors here for many years to come. Bravo to the entire Jazz Alley team. read more

Tonight we're visiting Dimitriou's Jazz Alley again for the Lydia Pense and Cold Blood show, the last of a two-show stand. I understand Lydia Pense and her band are popular in R&B circles and the Bay area, so, we thought we'd check them out. Especially when I learned there was a Tower of Power connection. The show was energetic and Cold Blood warmed the audience up from start to finish! The ensemble captivated the venue with a few of their old favorites including, "You Got Me Hummin," "I Just Want To Make Love To You," "I'm A Good Woman," and "Down to the Bone." As usual, the front-of-the-house staff was welcoming and accommodating! We were seated almost immediately at our table to begin dinner before the show. Jazz Alley appreciates your early arrival if you're having dinner to minimize disruptions while the show is going on. We started the evening with Sauvignon Blanc and Old Fashioned, and Jazz Alley's calamari appetizer. For entrees on this visit, we chose the seared Wild King Salmon and the Vegetable Lasagna. The salmon was a generous size portion of fish with a nice sear and moist. It was served with lemon-turmeric jasmine rice pilaf, steamed asparagus, and cherry tomatoes. The lasagna was also a good size portion that included eggplant, spinach, mushrooms, basil, ricotta, parmesan and mozzarella, served on a bed of rich San Marzano tomato sauce and topped with pesto. It was delicious. For dessert we opted for the Molten Chocolate Cake and Key Lime Pie. The warm French vanilla chocolate cake included a molten center and was served with sweet, whipped cream and caramel sauce. The Key Lime Pie (my favorite) is custard baked in a graham cracker crust and topped with sweet, whipped cream. We thoroughly enjoyed both! read more

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What a great concert venue, perfect for Nearly Dan, a great band. Service was good but slow at times with the crunch of the crowd. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. My wife's prime rib was dry and my halibut was over cooked. read more

Never been here and went with my partner for a jazz performer and had some drinks and some snacks! It was great. The food seemed high priced, but they were great! I don't know that I would buy food again, prob just go there for sown drinks and the show and then leave. It was great! read more

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Whether you are celebrating a special event, or simply taking out someone special, Jazz Alley does not disappoint! The ambience alone is work the price of admission! Couple that with the delicious food and great service... Makes the beautiful sounds the talented musicians are sharing, the icing on the cake. We had the pleasure of enjoying the soulful sounds of Marcus Miller, we will be back. read more

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We were excited to see Lisa Fischer, who was fantastic! Still 5 stars for the musicians, venue and sound. The last couple of years I have always ordered the Beef Tenderloin Salad, which is really good. But they took it off the menu! The entree salads (and you have to order an entree to qualify for good seats) now are chicken breast, which does not appeal at all, or Greek meatball salad, which I ordered, even though it sounded odd. It was a huge plate of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers,onions, feta, and MANY olives, with 4 meatballs on the side. The meatballs were bland, and the salad was too much of salty taste. After that I needed something to counteract the strong salt flavors, so I ordered dessert, which I almost never do, and got the Tiramisu. It was fabulous, and even though I planned to share it with my husband I ate almost the whole thing. He enjoyed his Short Ribs, and we had good service. Please bring back the steak salad!! read more

Jazz Alley - Dinner & Live Jazz Experience I invited a close couple friend to Jazz Alley for a special evening, and overall it was a memorable night combining good food, wine, and live jazz. We started with a bottle of red wine (I don't recall the name), but it was a full-bodied red, rich and smooth--perfect for celebrating and paired beautifully with the Aegean Meze Platter. For dinner, we ordered: Vegetable Lasagna Fresh Petrale Sole Parmesan Cremini Mushroom Risotto Arcadian Greens Salad Two Caesar Salads The main dishes were solid and satisfying, especially the Petrale Sole and the risotto. The salads, however, were a bit underwhelming for the price. The venue itself is quite dark--so dark that we needed our phone lights to read the menu. While this adds to the classic jazz club ambiance, it's something to be aware of. Our food and drinks came to a little over $400 for four people, and on top of that, we had pre-purchased live show tickets for $200, bringing the total to around $600 + for the evening. It's definitely a splurge, but if you're looking for a special night out with live jazz, good food, and a celebratory atmosphere, Jazz Alley delivers the full experience. read more

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We haven't been here for a good many years essentially because we don't get to Seattle like we once did. Well, I am regretting having missed some great service, great food and beverages not to mention the live music. It's amazing how this venue can do two dinner shows in an evening! That's seating guests, taking food and beverage orders, serving and the clean up and do it again! Simply incredible. Don't think it's Jazz music only because you might be surprised. We saw Elvin Bishop and the Big Fun Trio playing some classic blues and modern renditions. Lastly, I was delighted to see a large and diverse crowd of younger folks enjoying a great show in a classic and classy venue. I was expecting to see the place filled with us grey hairs! It's a feel good evening and I highly recommend that you take advantage of it. read more

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The venue is always a fun hang for the music. Unfortunately, the food is often somewhat of a miss. It's ok but nothing special. Their "famous" lasagna is somewhat flat in taste, the Mezze platter is dissapointing and overpriced. The Veggie Samosas (new item Nov 25) are in wonton wrappers, deep fried and barely have any filling. To call them a samosa is an insult culturaly to their homeland. The beef stew was hamburger fried up and dropped into an overly salty tomato broth - not sure how that constitues a stew? The drinks are short poured... the list goes on. It doesn't change that the staff is always friendly, it's got a great vibe and the venue is a blast for a show. Just know this isn't a fine dining venue and you're better off grabbing dinner elsewhere and ordering some wine and a dessert at this venue for the show! read more

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Go for the music not the good! Service, ambiance and music were fantastic, & food not so much. I was there for Madeleine Peyroux read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Madeline Peyroux - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Just made it to Jazz Alley for the first time and had a wonderful time. I came up to Seattle from Portland to see the blues artist Ronnie Baker Brooks. Ronnie puts on a fantastic show. I've caught him in Portland, OR, and out on the seas. Ronnie actually played Portland the day before! I've been meaning to check out Jazz Alley, so when I heard about the opportunity to be awarded tickets to the show, I jumped on it. Jazz Alley is a lovely setup inside. The space feels sophisticated while still cozy and welcoming. and the service was spot on. We arrived early for dinner and I ordered the Beef Tenderloin Brochette Salad. My friend ordered the sole. At first I was hesitant to order this salad, thinking the beef might be chewy, but the server assured me it was tender--and it absolutely was. Perfect medium rare and truly fork-tender. My friend LOVED her sole entree. The show itself had fantastic sound quality, along with the staging and lighting. I'll be back up at Jazz Alley for sure! I've already checked out the calendar. 2026 #5 read more

I did go to Jazz Alley for the Stylistics show. The show was amazing and the food was good. Staff were great. My disappointment was in the table we chose... .we were in the balcony, head on... which meant the booth was placed the short way, and we had to sit facing the table with our heads turned to see the stage. Our necks did protest. We had. It setup there before, so we did not know....now we do. read more

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The best room in the city for live music. You cannot go wrong with any show here. The food is great, the staff is wonderful, and there's not a bad seat in the house. read more

This place is an unbelievable jazz bar in Seattle. Definitely a hidden gem. The prices are reasonable. They have fantastic performers come through. The service and ambiance are amazing. The food and drink options are solid. If you are a fan of jazz, I would absolutely recommend you check this place out! read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Smiles - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My experience at Jazz Alley was amazing! Everyone is super nice and welcoming, my server was very attentive and always checking up on me. I picked up a last minute ticket for the Spinners and was afraid that my seat wouldn't grant me the best experience, due to getting one of the last seats off to the side. But I was proven wrong! Sounds from the performance were great and I had a good view. The drinks were strong, but very good! The seafood brochette was delicious also. I'll be back! read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Seared Seafood Brochette - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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this is such a fun date night spot! reserve a table and eat dinner/app. then you can enjoy an hour of jazz. it was truly fun, i will come back again! read more

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Went to see Vincent Ingala and what a fabulous show he performed. Love JA for the quaint ambience and shows. Dinner and drinks were delicious, I had a wedge salad and halibut. Halibut was fresh and done to perfection, asparagus was tender and tasty along with the crispy potato croquettes! Great night! read more

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We were in Seattle, WA visiting our son over the Christmas Holidays! Son got us tickets to see Kenny G at this Jazz Club! It said doors opened at 9:15 pm, but it was more like way after 9:30 pm. It was sooo cold outside, son gave me his jacket too. I was freezing. When we finally were seated, cocktails arrived really fast, which was great. Drinks flowed nicely all night, FANTASTIC SERVICE!! You can also order dinner, but we ate across the street earlier.. It was a fantastic show that Kenny G put on. Awesome music.. We loved the drummer too. When it was over, we headed to the back to buy some fun stuff. I bought an album and they gave me a nice drink tumbler. Our son Jordan bought a brand new SAXOPHONE that Kenny G had made for $1650, it is gorgeous ! Pictures all around.... fun night on our last night in WA! read more

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I've been there twice now. Both times the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the food and drinks were exceptional. The shows, The Fabulous Thunderbirds and Pat Metheney, were excellent. read more

As first-timers, we loved the experience! The venue is a perfect size and it looks like most seats would be excellent. We. Loved the table lighting. The dinner was very nice, maybe a bit on the pricey side but we enjoyed it. The servers were very adept at keeping the dinners in track while navigating the narrow aisles. We hope to make this a stop anytime we find ourselves in Seattle as the upcoming shows have some amazing talent. read more

Beautiful experience - we were visiting over the weekend, from Montreal, Canada and jazz is quite popular here, we do have a world class festival that runs every summer, however I never experienced anything quite like Jazz Alley. A friend booked tickets for us on Saturday April 19, 2025. The headliner was jazz singer/songwriter and guitarist Madeleine Peyroux. We had no idea what to expect and were blown away on all levels. We arrived around 6:30PM, were seated in a nice banquet close to the stage. Our group of 4 ordered various appetizers like the corn bread, calamari and antipasto platter. These were delicious, along with fruity cocktails. Our main meals were salmon, risotto, chicken piccata. Everything was served so promptly, presentation, flavors and portion were on point. I tasted both the fresh king salmon and chicken and they were equally tender, well marinated and just bursting with flavor. Once we were about done eating, that's when the show started. I was moved by the performance and Madeleine's beautiful vocals. She opened each song with a popular quote - this was poetic and added reflection to each message she was delivering through her music. Her style was varied and the crowd was lively. It looked like everyone enjoyed themselves. I was bobbing my head and tapping my feet the whole time. It was a memorable night, the combination of food and show is just so much fun. Strongly recommend Jazz Alley if you enjoy livve music, are open to dicovering new artists and just want a great meal combined with entertainement. read more

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Came here to celebrate my birthday and to see The Miracles, one of our go-to spots for date nights when we feel like dressing up and treating ourselves. We parked for free in the Amazon Doppler garage right across from The Spheres, super convenient and just a short walk to the venue. For drinks, we ordered two glasses of Sauvignon Blanc, an Old Fashioned, and an IPA. For food, we shared the calamari (so tender, perfectly breaded and seasoned, paired with a sauce that really brought it together) and the Cajun cornbread which honestly might be the best cornbread I've ever had. Add a little softened butter and honey and it was an experience. That cornbread was the highlight of the night for me. For mains, I got the chicken piccata. It was fine, but nothing memorable. I kind of wish I had picked something else. My husband had the gumbo, which was generously packed with seafood and chicken, but it didn't quite hit the mark compared to others we've tried. Service here is exceptional! Plenty of staff, very attentive without being overbearing. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, professional, and made us feel genuinely welcome. The vibe and atmosphere are usually electric, especially with the right band and a lively crowd. Unfortunately, last night's crowd felt a little stiff until the band did some crowd work. We were seated on the main floor and I kept wishing people would loosen up and just feel the music. The band absolutely deserved more energy from the room. All in all, still one of our favorite places to celebrate something special. Will definitely be back, hopefully with a more enthusiastic crowd next time! read more

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This is an old-school gem! These days I avoid going to downtown Seattle whenever possible, but this place is worth it. There aren't very many jazz clubs like this anymore. We had our first trip here over the weekend with friends and really enjoyed ourselves. The service was excellent, great weight staff who are attentive, but don't hover. The food was top shelf. Specifically, the prime rib was done to perfection and all the sides were excellent. Because it was an old school venue, I had an old school martini that was also excellent. and they have a great wine list as well. And I haven't even got to the entertainment. The band we saw was outstanding, nationally known, with members that have multiple programming, nominations and awards. In short, our time spent here was too short and we're going to have to go back. A word on the seating, it's a club built around the stage, and the seats are cozy, but comfortable. Not a bad seat in the house, including at the bar so don't be put off when you make your reservations if you can't sit in the front row. read more

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Super cool place to hang out, have drinks and apps or maybe an entree or two. Reserved seats so be sure to try and get in early for good seating. We made our reservations at the last minute so we sat behind the bar. Loved the music and the vibe. read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - The bar - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

These folks are well organized and consistently put on a great event. Drinks and dinner come rapidly so there's time to enjoy it before the music starts. I'm always pleased with our visits to this intimate venue. read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Stage - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

From the moment you step into Jazz Alley, you know you're somewhere extraordinary. The ambience is unmatched: live music fills the air with soul, the lights set the scene, and the service from the waiters is flawless--always attentive, always making you feel welcome. The food is deeply satisfying. I start with the prawns as an appetizer--crispy, hot, perfectly seasoned--and then move into my current love: the gumbo, paired with a generous cornbread served with butter and honey. The combination of rich, warming gumbo and sweet-savory cornbread is simply brilliant. And then the grand finale: a beautiful chocolate dessert that rounds off the evening like a signature chord. Every time I visit, I leave thinking: I will come back next weekend. I will come back the week after. Because the ambience, the music, the food, the staff--they all converge to create something memorable. The owners and the team behind the scenes make you feel like you're home. You feel connected to the space, to the musicians, to your table. The talent on stage is phenomenal, always. The fact that the venue is open to bringing in guest artists based on your preference adds a personal touch that many places lack. You're not just an audience member--you're part of the evening. If you're staying in Seattle, this will be one of your regular stops. If I were staying indefinitely, it certainly would be mine. It is truly a beautiful place. Ps. They have free parking! read more

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We've seen 3 shows here, and each were outstanding. Great service and great food. Can't wait for our next trip up to Seattle

I have been to Jazz Alley many times. We see a half dozen shows a year. The sound is always great, and shows start on time or just a few minutes late. Since there are two shows many nights they are careful about the clock! Seating is a little tight, but not uncomfortably so. When making your reservation pay attention to the seat diagrams. The booths and the benches where you both sit on the same side of the table feel a little roomier than those with chairs. We've sat on the balcony a couple times and I can't say I recommend it. Not that it's BAD, but feels a little "disconnected." Food is usually good, though there have been a few times where I was "meh" about it. Some items are transient, some appear all the time. A couple that stand out to me: mushroom risotto; short ribs; salmon. Prime rib seems to be popular as they often run out but I'm not a big fan of that cut so I can't comment. Their breads are excellent, as are desserts. Drinks are well done, prices maybe a tad high but not shocking. Service is almost always prompt and friendly, though there have been a few nights when they've appeared short staffed and we've had to wait a bit longer. But I've never felt we had bad service, and have never had an error in our orders (that I recall!) One thing that really impresses me is the crowds almost uniformly know how to behave in a jazz club. They keep their conversations low or non-existent during the music. read more

This is one of my favorite venues. It is the only dinner jazz club of its kind in WA State. However, I was so disappointed when I ordered the prawns and cheesy grits with collard greens. It showed up in a bowl that looked like red soup. You couldn't find the prawns or the greens or the grits. Someone had dumped a horrendous amount of sauce over everything and it became this nasty red soup that you couldn't determine what in the world it was and it was overpowering. It was basically sauce soup and I was very disappointed. My recommendation is to keep the grits and the greens separate and put the sauce over the prawns. Get rid of that horrible sauce all over what was supposed to have been a good meal. The hibiscus margarita was fantastic though. read more

What an awesome Emerald City gem! This place is great. From the free parking to the great music and even really good food, you cannot miss spending time at Dimitriou's. We came to see blues icon Taj Mahal during his annual Thanksgiving visit here and it was such a great experience we will definitely be looking into more shows! Our waitress was great, the music was legendary, and the food was really, really good. We had some really solid drinks (even non-alcoholic ones for those of us that don't drink) and great cocktails for those that do. The atmosphere is really remarkable. You can get a table right next to the stage so you almost feel like you're apart of the show. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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wow. how utterly bland. maybe it's the general demographic of this establishment, season-less, but that's exactly what the food felt like. Personally, I had the chicken piccata, and maybe that wasn't a prized feature of the menu, but for the price point of $40+, I was truly expecting more. . . zest? My peers had the short ribs and halibut, and because sharing IS caring, I had to have a bite, and alas my opinion remains the same! What flavorless food ! Then there's the setting, gorgeous lighting no doubt, setting a gorgeous ambiance on stage. And every table was decorated with a cute and charming oil lamp in vase, but that's all I can credit to the establishment. My question is, why are we all so far apart? I want to look at my neighbors and rejoice in the beauty of the music. Contribute to the community's shared love of jazz, because after all, the music here is simply wonderful. An almost divine experience. But everyone here claps so politely, sits so neatly, it's an individualistic experience. Maybe I'm biased. Maybe I'm comparing this establishment to its peers and maybe I'm being a bit unfair. Maybe it's perfectly suited to the demographic of seattle and I'm simply an outsider with no understanding of the culture? Who knows !? Would I come here again if I were to ever visit Seattle once more? Most likely. It is a fun experience and my overly-critical opinions shouldn't deter anyone with the affluence to enjoy. But is it the best jazz club restaurant I've been to? Not by far. read more

We find ourselves at Demitriou's Jazz Alley every time we are in Seattle - there is always an artist of interest during our stay and the price is reasonable. We always have a good time: service is on-it and drinks are tasty and no more expensive than at anywhere nearby. The food is held to be great, but we've only gotten snacks here. But no wonder there's always a packed house! I've had issues with the music simply being too loud for some shows, but the staff offered earplugs and that took care of things. We have seen shows from the main floor and from the balcony and the balcony suits us better, but I don't think there's a poor seat in this incredibly well designed venue. read more

I've ordered just about everything on the menu and I've been coming here since the 2000s. The food is consistently very good, and there's a great selection for apps, dinner, and the desserts are phenomenal. Drinks are very good as well and you are going to have a great time here. The service is very dialed in, and this is the best place to see some marquee acts from local artists, to nationally and globally known musicians. The ambiance is everything you would want from a music venue and it continues to be the place to be for a great night out or just stopping in at the bar to see an act last minute. read more

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Great atmosphere Good food and service . Wonderful show and seating was good for everyone read more

The venue is great! Great vibes and atmosphere. The service was great and the prime rib was tender and seasoned perfectly. I am very happy with the total experience. Great place to enjoy a great show and an amazing meal. read more

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Blood sweat and tears wore excellent. Great place unfortunately the food could be a lot better. I had some lasagna. It was a little better than Stouffer's and the rest of the people I was with concurred with me whatever they ordered, but I will go back again. read more

One of my favorite places to listen to music in Seattle. I remember when a Jazz Alley was on the Ave in the University District and I was not 21. Over 40 years later, I go regularly. read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Highway 99 All Stars - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Loved our experience at Jazz Alley. But we sat at the bar, had dinner and a couple of cocktails. I sat forever waiting for a refill on my water. We spent over $200 aside from the tickets so I didn't mind asking them to refill the water a few times. I asked Ellington for a refill, so he got the pitcher then started at the end of the bar (we were in the middle) then walked right past us. I had to ask him again. When he came, I told him we waited quite a while for the water. He snarkily said, "You'll never run out of water again." I tried to explain to him that the peppers on the Meze that I had for dinner were very hot. He shrugged like he was upset. Then didn't fill my water again without my having to ask multiple times beyond that. Ian and Kelly were AWESOME! read more

A rare find. Upscale dinner club and jazz venue with first rate talent. I wish there were something similar in Philadelphia.

A beautiful theater for a fun and special night out. We stopped in for the Cherry Poppin Daddies show this fall and it did not disappoint. The theater is a beautiful graduated tier style so that almost any seat in the house has a great view, creating an intimate feeling space. Food and drinks were tasty all around, I had a delicious NA cherry drink which felt festive and was so refreshing. The wedge salad was a stand out for the food and the lasagna was tasty (though on the heavy meat end). Lots to love about this place and we can't wait to come back for more shows. read more

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Seattle, Washington